CARBONDALE – In recognition of Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week, SIU Carbondale’s Higher Education Resources and Opportunities for Salukis in Need, or HEROES, program is currently collecting new or gently used coats, hats, gloves and scarves.

The community along with students, faculty and staff can drop off their donations through Dec. 18 at the information desks at the Student Health Center or the HEROES headquarters located on the lower level of the Student Center.

Items of all sizes will be accepted, and they will go to the HEROES store to be distributed to students who have need of them for themselves or their children.